Current Job Listings

The Safety Belt Observer manages the assigned data collection county/counties by scheduling collection dates in accordance with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) guidelines and collecting reliable observational survey data. Seasonal work from February to August with flexible hours.  Ideal for students, teachers, etc.   Observation sites are throughout the State of Kansas but the current positions are located in central Kansas and Northeast Kansas.  

The Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) will be responsible for ensuring the safety and accountability of the residents within our rehabilitation facility, while maintaining a trusting and nonjudgmental demeanor. They will run the front desk and take incoming calls, as well as oversee the residents’ daily schedule, creating a sense of structure for our clients. This includes tracking clients’ activities, meals, chores, therapy sessions, and more. The RSS will be provided with on-the-job training to administer medication, perform intake for new residents, conduct room checks, and log necessary documentation. This individual should be able to work independently when needed and maintain professional relationships while supporting clients in the facility. If you are detail-oriented, have a strong sense of integrity, and want to help others on their road to recovery, you are encouraged to apply! This facility is open 24/7, 365 days a year. Candidates must be able to work holidays and weekends.

The Controller assists the Director of Finance with operating and accounting procedures to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for effective business operations. A primary focus will be continuing the implementation processes associated with the accounting and financial reporting system that will increase efficiencies, provide more timely information for budget decisions, and promote cross department collaboration on financial processes. In addition to day-to-day accounting functions, including accounting and finance staff supervision, the Controller maintains DCCCA’s accounting policy and procedure manuals and an effective system of internal controls for the accounting and financial functions of the agency. The Controller demonstrates the highest level of ethical behavior and maintains the confidentiality of all sensitive information related to DCCCA’s operations and customer records.

The Child Placing Agency Training & Licensing Specialist recruits new foster families through networking and established community contacts as well as training new foster families.

The Family Preservation Services Clinical Manager is responsible for clinical best practices, in conjunction with the Program Director and the Senior Level Executive and will oversee day-to-day activities associated with providing intensive in-home services.  The  Clinical Manager supervises therapists, performing all supervisory responsibilities in accordance with DCCCA policy and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include: interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, directing, and following up on work, including documentation; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving other problems.

The Program Coordinator is responsible for implementation of the GLS (Garrett Lee Smith) suicide prevention training project. This includes scheduling training opportunities in designated services areas as indicated by KDADS. The Program Coordinator will also provide training on suicide prevention-related initiatives and vaping initiatives as indicated by the Director of Community- Based Services.

The Child Placing Agency Program Supervisor assists the Child Placing Agency Program Coordinators in achieving compliance with Child Placement Agency requirements and provides support/leadership to assigned staff.

The Community Resource Specialist assists therapists, case managers and family support workers by linking families with needed community resources and services, coordinating transportation and logistics. The community resource specialist may also assist families with job searches, securing child care or respite services, and housing. This position shares coordination duties related to stakeholder feedback, advisory boards and alumni meetings, customer surveys and complaints.

Family Preservation Services (FPS) provides intensive in-home services and case management services to families who have one or more children at risk of out-of-home placement or who will be at risk of out-of-home placement at birth.

DCCCA’s Therapeutic Family Foster Home Program manages family foster homes providing 24-hour care for children and youth with high acuity needs. This position provides ongoing support services to Therapeutic Foster Families which includes assisting with children in the home. Under supervision of the TFFH Supervisor and while working closely with other assigned staff, Therapeutic Family Foster Home Specialists will provide intake services and assist with placement recommendations and/or service planning. The TFFH Specialist will also assist in recruiting and training foster families while also providing emotional support, professional guidance and crisis assistance.

DCCCA’s Therapeutic Family Foster Home Program manages family foster homes providing 24-hour care for children and youth with high acuity needs. This position provides ongoing support services to Therapeutic Foster Families which includes assisting with children in the home. Under supervision of the TFFH Supervisor and while working closely with other assigned staff, Therapeutic Family Foster Home Specialists will provide intake services and assist with placement recommendations and/or service planning. The TFFH Specialist will also assist in recruiting and training foster families while also providing emotional support, professional guidance and crisis assistance.

Job Summary: The Behavioral Interventionist (BI) works one-on-one in the home and/or community with youth who struggle with behavioral management to the degree it threatens the stability of their living situation. The families in this program have varying levels of communication, parenting, organizational, and cleanliness skill sets. The BI works with all families, regardless of skill levels, family dynamics or home conditions.

The Child Placing Agency Specialist provides on-going support services to foster families which includes assisting with children placed within the home. Under supervision of the Child Placing Agency Supervisor and while working closely with other assigned staff, Child Placing Agency Specialists will provide intake services and assist with placement recommendations and/or service planning. The Child Placing Agency Specialist will also help by recruiting and training foster families while also providing emotional support, professional guidance and crisis assistance.

The START (Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team) Case Manager works with families where parental substance use is a concern to assist in the treatment and recovery process. The Case Manager provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families by delivering and coordinating culturally competent case management services that are responsive to the unique needs of the family.

The CPA SED (Serious Emotional Disturbance) Waiver Specialist provides on-going support services to foster families. Under the supervision of the CPA Coordinator and while working closely with other assigned staff, the CPA Waiver Specialist will provide intake services and assist with placement recommendations and/or service planning. The CPA Waiver Specialist also assists with recruiting and training foster families while also providing support, professional guidance and crisis assistance.

The CPA Operations Assistant II facilitates the effective flow of communication and other information throughout the program. The Operations Assistant II also offers accounting/billing support and contributes to other projects related to the facilitation of agency programming and activities.

The Business Systems Administrator plans, leads, directs, develops, and coordinates policies and activities related to DCCCA’s business systems. The Administrator ensures legal compliance and strategic implementation of DCCCA’s information systems processes including computer, communication, data, and office systems.

The Family Mentor provides one-on-one support to clients by offering guidance and support to people who are struggling with substance abuse. The Family Mentor works closely with a variety of professionals to connect parents to treatment resources and provides for the safety and well-being of the children and families by delivering culturally competent services to the unique needs of the family.

Family Preservation Services (FPS) provides intensive in-home services and case management services to families who have one or more children at risk of out-of-home placement or who will be at risk of out-of-home placement at birth.

The Family Support Worker provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families during the referral period by delivering culturally competent services to children and families that are responsive to the unique needs of the family.

DCCCA strives to be a premier provider of traffic safety programming in Oklahoma by providing high quality services, facilitating community oriented activities, training staff to gain expertise in their field, and continuously evaluating service offerings and effectiveness in the community. The OK SAFE Program Specialist works to bring awareness of the importance of seatbelts to young teens across Oklahoma through the promotion and implementation of the OK SAFE (Seatbelts Are for Everyone) Program. The OK SAFE Program Specialist (Metro) position will focus on building relationships with high schools in Metro OKC and the surrounding counties to implement the OK SAFE program to full fidelity including a student baseline survey, monthly educational activities, an enforcement period with law enforcement, and a final student survey. This includes meeting with schools to recruit new participants, providing program training to school sponsors, providing support for schools to build educational plans, ensuring schools in the program have adequate supplies to perform surveys, daily documentation of tasks, and a monthly summary of program activities. The OK SAFE Program Specialist will collaborate with OHSO (Oklahoma Highway Safety Office) and the Rural focused OK SAFE Program Specialist with guidance from the Director of Oklahoma Community Initiatives to meet program outcomes. Those who gain a sense of satisfaction from connecting with new people, maintaining thorough and accurate documentation, and taking initiative the move projects forward are encouraged to apply!

The Child Welfare Therapist provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families by delivering and coordinating culturally competent therapeutic services that are responsive to the unique needs of each family. The Child Welfare Therapist works with clients to engage in services, complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, group and family counseling.

The Child Placing Agency Specialist provides on-going support services to foster families which includes assisting with children placed within the home. Under supervision of the Child Placing Agency Supervisor and while working closely with other assigned staff, Child Placing Agency Specialists will provide intake services and assist with placement recommendations and/or service planning. The Child Placing Agency Specialist will also help by recruiting and training foster families while also providing emotional support, professional guidance and crisis assistance.

The Community Support Specialist provides consultation, technical assistance, and training services to community coalitions, in collaboration with the Kansas Department on Aging and Disability Services (KDADS), the Kansas Prevention Partnership Network (KPPN), and other statewide prevention contractors.

The Child Welfare Therapist provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families by delivering and coordinating culturally competent therapeutic services that are responsive to the unique needs of each family. The Child Welfare Therapist works with clients to engage in services, complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, group and family counseling.

DCCCA’s Therapeutic Family Foster Home Program manages family foster homes providing 24-hour care for children and youth with high acuity needs. This position oversees the recruitment and selection of qualified Therapeutic Family Foster homes and Therapeutic Family Foster Home Respite Providers equipped to serve children in foster care as well as children currently receiving prevention services. The recruiter also connects with and enlists other community resources and supports to assist in serving children in Therapeutic Family Foster homes.

The Behavioral Interventionist (BI) works one-on-one in the home and/or community with youth who struggle with behavioral management to the degree it threatens the stability of their living situation. The families in this program have varying levels of communication, parenting, organizational, and cleanliness skill sets. The BI works with all families, regardless of skill levels, family dynamics or home conditions.

The Child Placing Agency (CPA) Quality Systems Specialist initiates and coordinates quality improvement projects in accordance with DCCCA’s Quality Improvement plan. DCCCA has been a licensed Child Placing Agency in the state of Kansas since 2001. CPA staff work with foster parents to assist in providing the best possible services for children and families. We believe in every child's right to a stable placement with trained foster parents who are dedicated to his or her emotional and physical well-being, their educational opportunity, and permanency with the birth or adoptive family.